06/22/2026
USDA updates pet dog travel guidance for Mexico
The USDA has reversed its earlier restriction on pet dogs traveling from the U.S. to Mexico following several confirmed New World screwworm cases in Texas. While pet dogs are now permitted to enter Mexico again under previously established procedures, the situation remains important for veterinary teams to monitor. The article outlines recent U.S. detections, current travel and certification requirements, containment efforts, and key guidance for clients, including the importance of checking pets and livestock for wounds, seeking prompt treatment, and reporting anything suspicious.
What we know about the lasted New World screwworm news from the USDA regarding halting several animal exports to Mexico, including pet dogs, and the four cases new cases, which now includes one dog.